Fans have grouped together to call for no game to be played on Christmas Eve

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The Emirates Stadium could be hosting Arsenal vs Liverpool on Christmas Eve

But a joint letter from supporter groups at all 20 top-flight clubs pleaded for a change of heart.

The statement said: The Sky plan to fill their ‘Super Sunday’ TV slots as usual, despite it falling on Christmas Eve, is hugely disappointing and frustrating for supporters.

“This is wrong and no fixtures should be scheduled for this day.

“Supporters will be faced with the unenviable task of deciding between family, friends and loved ones and any pre-existing plans for this time of year and continuing their loyalty and support for their club.

“This must not be allowed to happen, not this season and not in future seasons. We don’t want this to be the ghost of Christmas future.”